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Pakistan and the UK review progress on the £35 million Green Compact, focusing on climate resilience, green innovation, youth entrepreneurship and disaster preparedness.
Pakistan and the United Kingdom have advanced discussions on the £35 million Green Compact, with both sides reviewing progress and identifying priorities to strengthen climate resilience, green innovation and sustainable development.
During a meeting with Jane Marriott, the UK’s High Commissioner to Pakistan, Musadik Malik stressed that the Green Compact should deliver tangible and high-impact outcomes for the people of Pakistan.
The discussions focused on the implementation of the Green Compact Action Plan and future areas of cooperation. The minister also provided an update on efforts to establish a Green University in Islamabad, noting ongoing engagement with international partners, including Italy and stakeholders associated with Arctic Circle initiatives.
Malik highlighted the launch of a Green Tech Hub at National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST), developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination. The initiative aims to support young entrepreneurs developing green technologies and sustainable business solutions.
The UK side outlined ongoing youth entrepreneurship and climate-focused programmes being implemented in Pakistan through the British High Commission. Both sides also discussed strengthening early warning systems and improving preparedness for climate-related disasters as part of broader efforts to enhance environmental resilience and sustainable growth.
